There's a lot to look forward to already in the world of
Portland arts, so let's hit the ground running in 2014. From hip-hop/indie
collaborations to dancing in rice, it looks like it's going to be an
interesting year for the arts.

Among the well-established musicians,
superstar duo Broken Bells, made up of The Shins' James Mercer and prolific
producer Danger Mouse, look to impress with their sophomore album "After the
Disco." The collaboration sounds promising on the record's first
single, "Holding on for Life." The album is out Feb. 4 on Columbia.